Antonyms for by means ofby means of

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1. by means ofadverb

   Synonyms:
   by dint of

2. by means ofadverb

   By using the thing specified.

   Synonyms:
   by dint of

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1. by means of

   By refers to the agent; through, to the means, cause, or condition; with, to the instrument. By commonly refers to persons; with, to things; through may refer to either. The road having become impassable through long disuse, a way was opened by pioneers with axes. By may, however, be applied to any object which is viewed as partaking of action and agency; as, the metal was corroded by the acid; skill is gained by practise. We speak of communicating with a person by letter. Through implies a more distant connection than by or with, and more intervening elements. Material objects are perceived by the mind through the senses.

   Synonyms:
   by, by dint of, through, with

How to use by means of in a sentence?

1. Albert Einstein:

   It is in fact nothing short of a miracle that the modern methods of instruction have not yet entirely strangled the holy curiosity of inquiry for what this delicate little plant needs more than anything, besides stimulation, is freedom. It is a very grave mistake to think that the enjoyment of seeing and searching can be promoted by means of coercion and a sense of duty.

2. James Fenimore Cooper:

   Individuality is the aim of political liberty. By leaving to the citizen as much freedom of action and of being, as comports with order and the rights of others, the institutions render him truly a freeman. He is left to pursue his means of happiness in his own manner.

3. The CDC:

   These new reports suggest sexual transmission may be a more likely means of transmission for Zika virus than previously considered.

4. Reverend W. Awdry (1911 - 1997):

   [Of the parralels between the railways and the church] both had their heyday in the mid-nineteenth century; both own a great deal of Gothic-style architecture which is expensive to maintain; both are regularly assailed by critics; and both are firmly convinced that they are the best means of getting man to his ultimate destination.

5. Jose Cardoso:

   These negotiations are just another means of putting money in the pockets of the politicians, i don't believe in politicians but something has to change. They cannot stay like they are. I think she needs to leave the presidency.

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